There is no cure for Crohn’s disease, but there are treatments available that may
help control the symptoms.
Treating Crohn's disease
Even though there is no cure for Crohn's disease, there are treatments available
that may help control the painful and sometimes embarrassing symptoms. Some of these
treatments can help stop symptoms
from returning for a long time.¹,²
Even though Crohn's treatment plans are based on a person’s individual
needs, keep in mind some of the goals in treating Crohn's disease:¹,²
- Controlling inflammation
- Achieving remission (absence of symptoms)
- Maintaining remission (keeping symptoms from returning for a long time)
Medication
There are 5 basic categories of medications available to treat Crohn's disease, including:¹,²
- Aminosalicylates
- Corticosteroids
- Immune modifiers
- Biologic therapies (biologics)
- Antibiotics
Surgery
People with Crohn's disease may require surgery at some
point as part of their therapeutic management. Surgery may be needed
to clear an intestinal blockage, repair damage to the intestines
or treat symptoms that medications alone could not control.¹ Learn more about potential
complications of
Crohn's disease.
Crohn’s disease treatments
Crohn’s is a lifelong condition, but there are medications available to help manage
symptoms.
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